Payroll Associate Remote

Responsibilities

Process payroll for employees accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws

Maintain employee payroll records and ensure all information is up-to-date and accurate

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, including paystubs, tax withholdings, and other related questions

Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of new hires, terminations, and employee changes

Conduct regular audits of payroll data to identify and resolve any discrepancies or errors

Stay up-to-date on payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance and make recommendations for process improvements

Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and other relevant parties

Assist with year-end payroll processes, including W-2 and other tax form preparation

Collaborate with external payroll providers, if applicable, to ensure accurate and timely processing

Train and mentor temp junior payroll associates to ensure a high level of accuracy and efficiency within the team

Act as a point of contact for external auditors during payroll audits

Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of payroll processes

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information and adhere to data privacy and security policies

Job description

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Process payroll for employees accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

Maintain employee payroll records and ensure all information is up-to-date and accurate.

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, including paystubs, tax withholdings, and other related questions.

Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of new hires, terminations, and employee changes.

Conduct regular audits of payroll data to identify and resolve any discrepancies or errors.

Stay up-to-date on payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance and make recommendations for process improvements.

Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and other relevant parties.

Assist with year-end payroll processes, including W-2 and other tax form preparation.

Collaborate with external payroll providers, if applicable, to ensure accurate and timely processing.

Train and mentor junior payroll associates to ensure a high level of accuracy and efficiency within the team.

Act as a point of contact for external auditors during payroll audits.

Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of payroll processes.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information and adhere to data privacy and security policies.

Participate in special projects and initiatives related to payroll, as assigned by management.

Must know QuickBooks